Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
ITINERARY IN BRIEF
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival – City Tour
Day 2: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight on Cruise (B, L, D) – Shuttle Bus
Day 3: Halong – Hanoi – Flight after 18:00 to Ho Chi Minh City (B, Br) – Shuttle Bus
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City – City Tour – Cu Chi Tunnels (B, L) – SIC Tour
Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – My Tho (B, L) – SIC Tour
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City – Departure (B)
ITINERARY IN DETAIL
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival – City Tour
Welcome to Hanoi! – the capital of Vietnam, is a bustling metropolis with a rich history and culture.
We will pick you up at Noi Bai Airport and transfer you to the city center. You will have free time to relax after long flight.
In the afternoon, we will visit Ba Dinh Square, the largest square in Hanoi. This is where all of the city’s biggest cultural and political events take place. We will take some photos of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from the outside. Then we continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university. The temple was built in 1070, and the gardens and well-preserved architecture offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam’s past.
After visiting the temple, we will walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, a picturesque lake in the heart of Hanoi. We will then take a leisurely walk around the Old Quarter of Hanoi, a fascinating network of narrow alleys and shophouses. The Old Quarter is also known as “The 36 Streets,” as each street is named after the merchandise that was traditionally sold there. Overnight in Hanoi.
– Normal check-in time at hotel is 14:00/15:00. Early check-in is not included.
Day 2: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight on Cruise (B, L, D) – Shuttle Bus
After breakfast, check out and depart Hanoi for Halong Bay in a shared shuttle bus. The scenic drive takes approximately 3.5 hours to reach this UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its emerald waters and thousands of limestone karsts.
Upon arrival, board your luxury cruise and enjoy lunch while sailing past a breathtaking seascape of towering islets, hidden beaches, and cave formations. In the afternoon, join optional activities such as visiting grottoes, swimming, kayaking, or simply relaxing and watching the sunset from the deck.
Enjoy local Vietnamese cuisine for both lunch and dinner on board.
Overnight on the cruise in Halong Bay.
– Note: Itinerary may vary depending on the specific cruise. A stationed English-speaking guide is available on board.
Day 3: Halong – Hanoi – Flight after 18:00 to Ho Chi Minh City (B, Br) – Shuttle Bus
You should wake up early to enjoy the dawn on the sea in the early morning. The Vietnamese call the “East Sea” by a point-oriented name “Eastern Sea”, so you may guess how miraculous seeing the sunrise over the islets of the Bay. After breakfast, our boat will continue to cruise in marvelous areas, where almost each islet has its own name, adopting its shape or reminiscent of Sail Island, Fisherman’s head rock, Butterfly rock or Turtle islet etc. Early lunch/brunch will local food will be served on board.
Afterward, disembark and transfer back to Hanoi by shuttle bus. Upon arrival, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel. If there’s time before your airport transfer, you may relax in the lobby or take a walk for some last-minute shopping.
Depending on your flight schedule (recommended flight after 17:00), our private car (without tour guide) will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, our driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City – City Tour – Cu Chi Tunnels (B, L) – SIC Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. You will be picked up from pick-up point in District 1 at 07:30-08:00 am. Take the morning city tour to visit Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, a witness to the fierce Vietnam War that ended in 1975. The grand building today is a Museum and Hall for official receptions. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral (view from outside only) built between 1877 and 1883, the historic Central Post Office – one of the city’s major landmarks. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum, one of the most famous historical attractions in Ho Chi Minh. Coming to the War Remnants Museum, you can learn a part of how Vietnamese struggled and fought for their independence, freedom, and peace of the nation, as well as the locals’ perspective of the Vietnam War.
Have lunch (set menu) with Vietnamese food at a local restaurant.
Afternoon drive to Cu Chi Tunnels: the network of over 200 km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in the war. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities, including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers, and kitchens. After a short introduction video showing how the tunnels were constructed, you will have a chance to crawl into a short section of the tunnels to feel the oppressive narrowness and heat inside. Experience the thrill of firing an M15, AK-47, and carbine rifle (at guests’ own expense).
Return to Ho Chi Minh later in the day. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – My Tho (B, L) – SIC Tour
Breakfast at hotel. You will be picked up from pick-up point in District 1 at 07:30-08:00 am. Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which dates back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which is performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation. Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.
Have lunch (set menu) with Vietnamese food at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City late in the afternoon. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City – Departure (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Time at leisure until check-out, and transfer to the airport with a driver only (no guide) for the departure flight back to your sweet home.
– Normal check-out time at hotel is 11:00/12:00. Late check-out is not included.
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Tour ends here with happy memories….))))
Inclusion / Exclusion
Package Inclusions
- Accommodation based on double/twin sharing room
- Meals as mentioned in the program. B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
- All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program
- SIC tours as mentioned in the itinerary
- Transportation by vehicle with A/C
- o Private airport transfers
- o Shared vehicle for SIC tours
- Water during tour day: 2 bottles of 500ml/day
- Local English-speaking guide(s) in Vietnam (different guides in different cities & tour)
- E-Visa/Visa to Vietnam
Package Exclusions
- Medical | Travel Insurance.
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Any flights (International & Domestic) and airport tax
- Single Supplement; Early check-in and late check-out; Hotel/Room upgrade
- Surcharge for Christmas, New Year Eve, Luna New Year (if any)
- Tip, drinks, personal expenses and any services not mentioned in the program
- Gst
- Tcs
Tour Cost
Package Cost
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6 Pax: /- PP
8 Pax: /- PP
Per Person package cost (based on minimum 2 adults ) *without airfare
Rates are subjected to availability + 5% GST Applicable
High Season Surcharges applicable
Booking Policy
Payment Policy:
- 45 or more days before departure: 25%
- Between 30 to 44 days before departure: 50%
- Between 15 to 29 days before departure: 100%
- The booking stands liable to be canceled if 100% payment is not received less than 10 days before the Date of Travel.
Cancellation Policy:
- 30 or more days before departure: 25%
- Between 20 to 29 days before departure: 50%
- Between 10 to 19 days before departure: 100%
- ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE BY EMAIL, ONLY DURING OFFICE HOURS & MUST BE ACKNOWLEDGED BY OUR STAFF IN WRITING. There is no refund on any unutilized service.
Flight Tickets:
100% Amount of flight tickets at the time of flight booking.
Any rescheduling, cancellation, and refunds of flight tickets shall be as per respective airlines rules.
Rescheduling:
In case you are unable to travel as planned and need to reschedule your date of travel:
The cost of rescheduling needs to be paid by the guest subject to amendment charges from hotels and transporters.
Rescheduling will only be accepted by E-mail at travelexplorersindia@gmail.com
Visa:
Indian passport holders are eligible for E-Visa to Vietnam
Visa-related and Immigration services (Visa letter/E-Visa submission, Fast track, urgent Visa…) are available, please contact us for more details.
COMPULSORY TIPS POLICY FOR GUIDES AND DRIVERS (IN CASH):
• Group from 1 pax – 5 pax: Minimum USD 5/guest/day
• Group from 6 pax – 9 pax: Minimum USD 4/guest/day
• Group from 10 pax up: Minimum USD 3/guest/day
If you wish to include the tip in the invoice and pay beforehand, please add 10% of the total amount.
Important Information:
We reserve right to change any schedule in interest of safety, comfort and general wellbeing. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, physical ability of travellers etc may cause itinerary change.
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